Recent Japanese Articlesfrom the Blog

Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro,
check out the Japanese articles on our blog.

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Japanese videos are fantastic to help you practice the skills you're learning in your Japanese lessons. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate student, it's easy to find a video series that suits your needs.
Here are our recommendations for the best videos to help you learn Japanese.
1. JapanesePod101
Set in a classroom, complete with a white board and pointer, this video demonstrates how to introduce yourself in Japanese.
The instructor explains the phrases and p …
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The 7 Best Japanese Videos for Language Students

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Japanese videos are fantastic to help you practice the skills you're learning in your Japanese lessons. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate student, it's easy to find a video series that suits your needs.
Here are our recommendations for the best videos to help you learn Japanese.
1. JapanesePod101
Set in a classroom, complete with a white board and pointer, this video demonstrates how to introduce yourself in Japanese.
The instructor explains the phrases and p

Grammar Practice for Beginners: 3 Ways to Use Japanese Particles

When you're learning Japanese, you will be introduced to Japanese particles. Similar to prepositions in English, these words help to determine the role of other words within a sentence. Sound confusing? Don't worry. Here, Brighton, MA Japanese teacher Karou N. breaks down how to use Japanese particles...
Particles, functional parts of speech which indicate grammatical relationships between words, are important in any language. In the Japanese language, particles are categorized by functi

5 Common Japanese Phrases You Should Know

Japanese people are full of life in their expression and communication, which makes the language very fun and interesting to learn.
The language has become globally accepted, so whether you're planning a trip to Japan or just looking to broaden your horizons, you can definitely benefit from learning basic Japanese vocabulary.
Here are some common Japanese phrases to get you started.
1. Shitsurei shimasu
Shitsurei shimasu means excuse me, please. The literal translation of the p

Quiz: What Country Were You Meant to Live In?

Do you ever get the feeling that you dont REALLY belong in the land of big macs and slurpees?
Sure, you love living in the land of opportunity and there are things in the U.S. that you couldn't imagine living without.
That being said, youre ready for a change.
Dont worry, theres a country that perfectly matches your personalityno matter how quirky or eccentric you are. Take this fun and easy quiz to see where you should live.
Before you pack your bags and board a plane to Ita

Get Ready to Roll: The Complete Guide to Sushi

There's no better way to learn Japanese than exploring the culture and sampling some of the signature dishes! Sushi is one of the most popular Japanese foods, not only in Japan, but also worldwide.
Sushi has a long history in Asia, and the traditional Japanese cuisine is vastly different from the sushi you find in America, which brings us to etiquette. Learn proper dining manners, whether youre a longtime sushi fan or just discovering this delicacy.
Sushi History
Sushi as we know it to